2000 Audi A8 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
