1978 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ferrari 400 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 1976 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
