1989 Audi 90 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 90 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
