2008 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.

Because 1990 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 1990 Porsche 911
Make Audi Porsche
Model A6 911
Year Released 2008 1990
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1780 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 74.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 7.0:1
Top Speed 214 km/hour 270 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 5.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1467 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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