2000 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, both 2000 Audi A8 and 2000 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
