2009 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 400. (340 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
