2005 Audi A4 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 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 710 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 1965 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 | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 133 L |
