2007 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 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 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 65 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | S4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 328 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
