2005 Audi S4 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S4 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
