2009 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. (478 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| 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 | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 114 L |
