1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 550 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |
