2007 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 730 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
