2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1994 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RS4 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
