2005 Audi A4 vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1991 Porsche 968.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
