1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 1974 Ferrari 308 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 1974 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3, 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, 2011 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 308 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2578 mm |
