2005 Audi A6 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A6 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 133 L |