2007 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |
