1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ferrari 400 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 1982 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
