2011 Ferrari 599 vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi S8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 Audi S8. (450 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 513 kg more than 2010 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 599. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 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. 2010 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ferrari 599 | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 599 | S8 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 611 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 9000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1688 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4666 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1961 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1336 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |