1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 288 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 208 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
