2002 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
