2000 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, both 2000 Audi A6 and 2000 Ferrari 550 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 550 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |