2005 Audi A8 vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
