2005 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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 (331 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
