2009 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 1996 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
