1981 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1985 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 80 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
