1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 993 | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2469 mm |
