2004 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 612.
Because 2007 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 2007 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8, 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2007 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
