2003 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
