1996 Audi S6 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, both 1996 Audi S6 and 1996 Ferrari F355 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Audi S6 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | S6 | F355 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |