2008 Audi A6 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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2008 Audi A6 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |