2009 Audi A5 vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 911. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 911. (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |