2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 8 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 271 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 612 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 67 L |
