2006 Audi S6 vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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, 2006 Audi S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2006 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
