2007 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A3 | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |