1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 12 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S8 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
