2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | Q5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |