1989 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari 348 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 1990 Ferrari 348. 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
