2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 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 330 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 612 | A5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
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 | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1382 mm |