1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1674 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 LM | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| 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 | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 100 L |
