1991 Audi S2 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S2 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73 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 | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
