2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2010 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 550 | S5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |