2007 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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 A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A8 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A8 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 133 L |