2005 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A4 250 GT
Year Released 2005 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 217 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 58.8 mm
Top Speed 241 km/hour 203 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1675 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 100 L


 

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