1980 Audi Sport vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 450 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 2001 Ferrari 360. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Sport | 360 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 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 | 1000 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
