2007 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 400. 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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1980 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 118 L |
