2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8. 2012 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 575M Maranello | R8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |