1980 Audi 100 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1980 Audi 100 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 100 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 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 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
