1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 308 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |
