1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Audi RS5.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi RS5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi RS5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 412 GT | RS5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |
