1999 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. 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 1988 Porsche 928. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
