1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (345 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari F40. (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari F40. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | F40 | A8 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |