2004 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 408 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |