2001 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
