2009 Audi R8 vs. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (300 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 133 L |
