2006 Audi TT vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 911. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 2006 Audi TT (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 911. (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | TT | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
