Audi Quattro

vs

Porsche 911 Carrera

Germany vs Germany — 1980 vs 1984

Audi Quattro (1980)
Porsche 911 Carrera (1984)
Specifications
Quattro Ur-Quattro 20V911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport
Horsepower220 hp231 hp
Torque228 lb-ft209 lb-ft
Engine Size2,226 cc3,164 cc
0-60 mph6.1 sec5.3 sec
Top Speed143 mph155 mph
¼ Mile14.8 sec13.6 sec
Weight2,557 lbs
Wheelbase2,524 mm2,272 mm
Length4,404 mm4,291 mm
Units Produced340
Value (Excellent)$120,000$500,000
Collectibility5/109/10
Rarity7/109/10
The Verdict

Numbers favor the 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport with quicker acceleration, higher top speed, stronger collectibility. The 1980 Audi Quattro Ur-Quattro 20V offers better value, and has its own devoted following. For those who let their heart decide, either car delivers a rewarding ownership experience.

Overview

In the world of Sports Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1980 Audi Quattro Ur-Quattro 20V versus the 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport. Both hail from Malaise era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1980 Audi Quattro Ur-Quattro 20V producing 220 hp and the 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport delivering 231 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Audi Quattro uses a Inline-5 SOHC 10V / DOHC 20V Turbocharged displacing 2,226 cc, while the Porsche 911 Carrera relies on a Flat-6 SOHC 12V with 3,164 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport edges ahead at 5.3 seconds versus 6.1 seconds. On the collector market, the 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport commands a significant premium over the 1980 Audi Quattro Ur-Quattro 20V, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Clubsport rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.