2005 Audi A6 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 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 730 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Audi A6 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 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 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 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 133 L |
