2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 2008 Audi A8 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 A8 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 (589 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (431 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
