1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1977 Audi 80
To start off, 1977 Audi 80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1977 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 80 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 80, 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1977 Audi 80 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 250 LM | 80 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |