2008 Audi R8 vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 270 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 400. 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 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 120 L |
