2005 Audi A8 vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
