1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 400 | A5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 67 L |