1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 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 216 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 648 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Ferrari 250 LM 2006 Volkswagen Touran
Make Ferrari Volkswagen
Model 250 LM Touran
Year Released 1964 2006
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3286 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 290 km/hour 174 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 60 L


 

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