2002 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 924 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
