1991 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
