2008 Audi R8 vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 127 L |
