2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Allroad | 308 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
