1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2010 Audi Q5
To start off, 2010 Audi Q5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q5.
Because 2010 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi Q5. 2010 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2010 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 456M | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
