1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 250 GTO | A6 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 70 L |