2001 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 Ferrari 500 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6, 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, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
