2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 108 L |
