2009 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
