2006 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |
