2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 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 340 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 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. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 458 Italia | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
