1967 Audi Variant vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ferrari F40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Variant | F40 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 120 L |
