1999 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
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 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 173 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 295 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 456M. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 456M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
