1991 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
