1991 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
