1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | A6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2912 mm |
