1982 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, both 1982 Audi 80 and 1982 Ferrari 400 were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi 80 | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | 80 | 400 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 118 L |