1984 Audi 4000 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1984 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 4000.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000. 1984 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 4000 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
