1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 911. (540 Nm). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 911. 2011 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 911 | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Top Speed | 296 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3002 mm |
