1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 11 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (251 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Quattro | 208 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
