1984 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, both 1984 Audi 80 and 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,850 cc, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 343 kg more than 1984 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 80, 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, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (265 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 80. (101 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 80 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 80 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
