2000 Audi S3 vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2000 Audi S3. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S3 | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | S3 | 550 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 114 L |