2006 Audi TT vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | TT | 959 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
