2005 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 456 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
