2007 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |