1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 42 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 250 LM | A6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
