1986 Audi 80 vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, both 1986 Audi 80 and 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 337 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 80, 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 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 80 | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | 80 | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |