1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 456 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
