2009 Audi R8 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Ferrari 456. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 1993 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | R8 | 456 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |