2003 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 747 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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2003 Audi A6 | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 133 L |