2005 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
