2009 Audi R8 vs. 1986 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1986 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
