1980 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 308 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 308 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2808 mm |
