2006 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 22 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 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 2006 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2698 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 | 3300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 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 | 1695 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
