1994 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1994 Audi A8. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
