1994 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, both 1994 Audi A8 and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Audi A8 | 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A8 | 512 TR |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |