2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Because 2005 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
