2009 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Audi R8. (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | R8 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
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 | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |