1981 Audi UR vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 30 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 1979 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | UR | 308 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
