2005 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 140 L |