2008 Audi A5 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 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 67 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. 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 1996 Porsche 993. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A5 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
