1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | F355 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1670 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
