2006 Audi A4 vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Because 1966 Ferrari 330 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 1966 Ferrari 330. 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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
