2000 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2280 mm |