1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 250 GT | A5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 314 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1383 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |