2008 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 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 165 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
