2008 Audi R8 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 308. 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, 2008 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
