1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 46 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 47 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (270 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. 2011 Audi Q5 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. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 250 LM | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |
