2009 Audi A5 vs. 2002 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Because 2002 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 2002 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2002 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A5 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 169 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |