2009 Audi A8 vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A8 | 250 GTE |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 140 L |