2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | 911 | V8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
