2008 Audi R8 vs. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (300 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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2008 Audi R8 | 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | R8 | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 133 L |