2005 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 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 180 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1987 Ferrari 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 1987 Ferrari 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
