2007 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 27 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 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A3 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
