2008 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
