1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 250 LM | A4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
