2007 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari F430. 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, 2007 Audi A8 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
