1999 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 930 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1300 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 |