2003 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 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, 2003 Audi A3 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. 2003 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1956 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A3 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
