2009 Audi A5 vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 348. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A5 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
