1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Maranello | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
