2003 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2649 mm |
