1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 308 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
