1998 Audi A4 vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1956 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4, 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
