2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Audi RS6. (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 Ferrari California.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari California. 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 @ 1950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ferrari California.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2010 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | RS6 | California |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
