2005 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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 A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
