2003 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 24 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 70 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
