2007 Audi A6 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |
