2008 Audi S5 vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 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 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Audi S5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S5 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 S5 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S5. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S5 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | 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 | 354 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |
