2006 Audi TT vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Because 2007 Ferrari F430 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 2007 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | F430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
