1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. 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 1978 Ferrari 400. 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 400 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |
