1986 Audi 90 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 90 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
