2006 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 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 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
