1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2011 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 250 GT | A5 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |