2007 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
