2006 Audi S4 vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 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 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
