2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Ferrari F430 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 290 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
