1989 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
