2000 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
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2000 Audi A4 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 270 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 | 1455 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 140 L |