1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
