2010 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A8 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A8 | F430 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |