2005 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A8 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A8 | 360 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |