2005 Audi A6 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
