1996 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 140 L |
