1981 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 5 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 695 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 1986 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1986 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1986 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 80 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
