2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | F430 | S5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |