1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 985 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 LM | E |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |