1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Audi TT | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 308 | TT |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1351 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2469 mm |