1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A8.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1471 mm |
