1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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 F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | F50 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |
