1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 348 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |
