1999 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (227 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, 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, 1999 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
