2007 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Audi S8. (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 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 2006 Ferrari F430. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S8 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | S8 | F430 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |