2009 Audi A5 vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. 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 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A5 | 968 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 92 L |
