2009 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A6 | 288 GTO |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |