1981 Audi UR vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 100 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 1998 Ferrari F355. 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | UR | F355 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
