2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Ferrari 612 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
