2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari F430. 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 895 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 108 L |
