2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Ferrari F430 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2009 Ferrari F430 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 2009 Ferrari F430. 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 3.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
