2007 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 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 317 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A6 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 288 GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |