2000 Audi A8 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (246 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
