1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Audi S4.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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 S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Audi S4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 400 | S4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |