2003 Audi A3 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
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2003 Audi A3 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A3 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 133 L |