2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 11 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Ferrari California.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari California. 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari California 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.
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2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A8 | California |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |