2005 Audi A4 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 133 L |
