1999 Audi R8R vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1999 Audi R8R. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi R8R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1838 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8R | 612 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
