2005 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (431 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | F550 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| 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 | 335 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
