2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Q7 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
