2009 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari 612. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A8 | 612 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |