2000 Audi R8 vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Audi R8. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 1043 kg more than 2000 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
