1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 40 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 232 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 262 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 LM | Polo |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 45 L |
