2004 Audi A8 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Because 1963 Ferrari 330 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 1963 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8, 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
