2008 Audi A6 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
