1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 308 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |
