2001 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A2 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 86 L |
