2002 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica

To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.

Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2002 Audi A6 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A6 400 Superamerica
Year Released 2002 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 71 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 119 L