1971 Audi Variant vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Variant | F40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1100 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 |
