1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 250 GT | A6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2833 mm |
