1999 Audi S8 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S8 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
