2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 347 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q5 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Q5 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
