2005 Audi S4 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | F40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 120 L |
