2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, both 2001 Ferrari 456M and 2001 Audi A6 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 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 456M | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
