2000 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A6 | 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 412 GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |