1999 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 113 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | 355 Spider |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |