1990 Audi V8 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | V8 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |
