2004 Audi A6 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A6 | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 140 L |