2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 360 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 360 | A3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 374 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |