2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Ferrari F430 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Because 2005 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | F430 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |