1975 Audi 80 vs. 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 80 | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
