2009 Audi TT vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4821 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 120 L |
