1999 Audi A4 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 930 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |