2007 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
