2008 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2953 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| 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 | 1765 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
