1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 355 Spider | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
