1996 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1981 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
