2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | F430 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
