1989 Audi V8 vs. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3561 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
