1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari F40. 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | F40 | A5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 67 L |