2005 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
