1991 Audi 100 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 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 185 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
