1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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 TT 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 TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2012 Audi TT 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 TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 308 | TT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2469 mm |
