2000 Audi S8 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | S8 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |