1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 208 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 208 | A5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |