1984 Audi 200 vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 1973 Ferrari 308 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 1973 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1973 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 200 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
