2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Maranello | S4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 485 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 64 L |
