2004 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
