2006 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.

Because 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

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2006 Audi A4 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A4 328 GTS
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1984 cc 3186 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 73.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 6.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1273 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 74 L