2008 Audi A4 vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 911. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
