2000 Audi RS4 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Audi RS4 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi RS4 weights approximately 355 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 2000 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi RS4 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
