2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
Because 2011 Ferrari 599 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 2011 Ferrari 599. 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
