2000 Audi R8 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
