1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 456 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
