2008 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.

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2008 Audi A6 1969 Ferrari Dino
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A6 Dino
Year Released 2008 1969
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2671 cc 2419 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 7600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 92.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 60 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 246 km/hour 235 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 1720 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L