2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Ascari A10.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, both vehicles can yield 560 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Audi | Ascari |
| Model | RS6 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2636 mm |
