2002 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 756 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari F40. 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari F40 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 | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | F40 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 120 L |