1984 Audi 90 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 90 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
