2004 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1992 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 A6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
