2004 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 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 472 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 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 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
