2006 Audi TT vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
