1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 Ferrari 512 M were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 512 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |