1991 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
