2007 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
