1999 Ferrari F50 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 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) has 463 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | F50 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2751 mm |
