2000 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
