2006 Audi A3 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A3 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 133 L |
