2000 Audi A8 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
