1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi Quattro weights approximately 58 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Quattro | 208 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
