2007 Audi A6 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1974 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1974 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
