1975 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 80 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
