1999 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1999 Audi A6 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 252 more horse power than 1999 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (168 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
