1996 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1996 Audi A6 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, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (230 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
