2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 12 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari 550. (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
Because 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 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 (597 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (539 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 550 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
