2005 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2005 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi RS4 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | RS4 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |