2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Audi S6. (435 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S6. (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 456M | S6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
