2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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 612 (589 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 612 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |
