2005 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 27 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 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) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
