1987 Audi 200 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 200 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
