2005 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |
