2000 Audi RS4 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 RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi RS4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2000 Audi RS4 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 RS4 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi RS4 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | RS4 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
