1998 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 911 (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1975 Porsche 911.
Because 1975 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Porsche 911 (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1975 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |