1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 34 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 (310 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 299 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 1979 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 400 | A6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 392 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2912 mm |