2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 612 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
