2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | RS6 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 140 L |
