2003 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 539 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4, 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
