1998 Ferrari F355 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 F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari F355. 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | F355 | A8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3122 mm |