1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari 308 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 308 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2807 mm |
