2004 Audi S4 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
