2008 Audi A5 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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 A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A5 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 92 L |
