2007 Audi TT vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | F430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 108 L |
