2005 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
