2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica

To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (400 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.

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2003 Audi RS6 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
Make Audi Ferrari
Model RS6 410 Superamerica
Year Released 2003 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 4963 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 444 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 423 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 68 mm
Top Speed 250 km/hour 261 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1247 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2600 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 100 L