1994 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6, 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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |