2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 116 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | F430 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3122 mm |
