1987 Audi 200 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 1 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 348 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, 1987 Audi 200, 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 @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 200 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 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 | 180 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| 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 | 1480 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
