2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
