1991 Audi 80 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 80 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 140 L |
