1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 265 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 LM | Corrado |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |