1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 250 GTO | A4 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 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 |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 66 L |