2001 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Because 2013 Ferrari 458 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 2013 Ferrari 458. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8, 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 458 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
