2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A3 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 86 L |
