2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. 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 278 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari Maranello | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Maranello | A3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1645 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 60 L |
