1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 9 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Quattro | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
