1989 Audi 100 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 133 L |
