2006 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
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2006 Audi A4 | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |