2009 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Porsche 965.
Because 1995 Porsche 965 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 1995 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A4 | 965 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
