2006 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.

Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A4 250 GTO
Year Released 2006 1962
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 197 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 236 km/hour 254 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 133 L


 

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