2009 Audi S4 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO

To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1964 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 S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.

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2009 Audi S4 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
Make Audi Ferrari
Model S4 250 GTO
Year Released 2009 1964
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 58.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 133 L