1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 400 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
