1980 Audi Sport vs. 1980 Ferrari 400

To start off, both 1980 Audi Sport and 1980 Ferrari 400 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Audi Sport 1980 Ferrari 400
Make Audi Ferrari
Model Sport 400
Year Released 1980 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2133 cc 4823 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 300 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 392 Nm
Engine Bore Size 79.3 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 78 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 118 L


 

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