1985 Audi 90 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 90 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
