1994 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 1994 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 114 L |
