2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 161 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (372 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (444 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 612 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 90 L |
