1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Ferrari 208 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1986 Ferrari 208 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 1986 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (180 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
