2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 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 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP) has 333 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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 A4 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 612 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5746 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
