2004 Audi A3 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (208 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
