2005 Audi TT vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 55 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (281 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 140 L |
