1988 Audi V8 vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1988 Audi V8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
