2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (591 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nuvolari Quattro (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Nuvolari Quattro | 996 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 591 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
