2009 Audi A6 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |