2001 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Audi RS4. (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi RS4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | RS4 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
