1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 751 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 328 GTS | A8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 263 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3122 mm |
