2007 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2007 Audi S8. (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S8.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F399. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S8 | F399 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
