2005 Audi A4 vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 95 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 1981 Ferrari 308 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 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 | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
