1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 41 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 209 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 585 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 LM | B |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 54 L |
