2009 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 27 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Audi A6 1982 Ferrari 308
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A6 308
Year Released 2009 1982
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3129 cc 2927 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 342 HP 239 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.7 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.2:1
Top Speed 209 km/hour 251 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 74 L