1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 208 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2992 mm |
