2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ferrari 612 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 2007 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 612 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
