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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 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 180 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 140 L |
