1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 400 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 60 L |
