1998 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,306 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Audi S8. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi S8 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 1998 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi S8 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, 1998 Audi S8 (557 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm). This means 1998 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi S8 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S8 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 483 HP |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 316 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
