1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 15 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 456M | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2992 mm |