2007 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 133 L |