1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 30 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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 A7 (549 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 400 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2914 mm |
