2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 360 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
