1981 Audi UR vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 27 kg more than 1981 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | UR | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
