1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 400 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
