1996 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | S6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |