1981 Audi UR vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 580 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 1980 Ferrari 400. 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | UR | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 118 L |
