2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2004 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 458 Italia | A4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |
