2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Audi RS6. (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 599. 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | RS6 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |
