1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ferrari 456 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 456 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 64 L |
