1999 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, both 1999 Audi A8 and 1999 Ferrari Maranello were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8. 1999 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
