2008 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
