2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 9 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 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A3 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, 2012 Audi A3 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 612 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1422 mm |
