2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,585 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 360 | A5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |