2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 10 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) has 394 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 612 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2578 mm |
