1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 993 | TT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2469 mm |
