2008 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 430 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 2012 Ferrari 599. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 105 L |
