1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 208 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2842 mm |
