2005 Audi A8 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A8 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
