2007 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP) has 277 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 533 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
