2003 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |
