2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000. 1980 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 360 | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 360 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
