2008 Audi A6 vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi A6 | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A6 | 930 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70.4 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 | 1720 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |