2005 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
