2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 8 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), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 75 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 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |
