2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 4,306 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 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2009 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | F430 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
