1985 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 412 GT | TT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
