2001 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 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 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 830 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 612 Scaglietti 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 612 Scaglietti. 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 612 Scaglietti (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 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 612 Scaglietti | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A2 | 612 Scaglietti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4902 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1956 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1344 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2949 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 110 L |
