2009 Audi A5 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A5 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
