2004 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 38 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2004 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, 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 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 133 L |