2009 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2001 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A3 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |