2009 Audi R8 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | R8 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1260 mm |
