2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 Audi A4

To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.

Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A4. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ferrari F430 2010 Audi A4
Make Ferrari Audi
Model F430 A4
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4308 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 483 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 465 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4704 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1826 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1435 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2809 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 64 L


 

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