2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2010 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Audi S5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 612 | S5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 532 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 63 L |