2009 Audi A5 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A5 | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |