2008 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A6 | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 133 L |