1981 Audi 80 vs. 1951 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1951 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 212 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 212.
Because 1951 Ferrari 212 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ferrari 212. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1951 Ferrari 212 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Ferrari 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1951 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 80 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 159 L |
