2000 Audi S8 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2000 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S8.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (540 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Rossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S8 | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
