2008 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
