2004 Audi RS6 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | RS6 | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 110 L |
