2008 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 574 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 21.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |
