2005 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 40 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 1992 Ferrari 456. 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 456 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
