1981 Audi UR vs. 1976 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1976 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | UR | 308 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
