1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT 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 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. 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 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 412 GT | A8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
