2003 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
