1996 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
