2005 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (131 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
