2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Ferrari F430 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 277 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (206 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Because 2009 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | F430 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2773 cc | 4306 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |