2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1973 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1973 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Q5 | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
