2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Ferrari Maranello were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 2001 Ferrari Maranello 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 2001 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6, 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | Maranello |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 1695 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |