1998 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 1998 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (271 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
