2008 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Audi S8. (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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, 2008 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | S8 | F430 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |