2009 Audi TT vs. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 949 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1989 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |
