2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 360 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
