1999 Audi A8 vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8. 1999 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
