2007 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa 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 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A6 Testarossa
Year Released 2007 1985
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5204 cc 4941 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2560 mm