2005 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 120 L |
