1966 Audi Variant vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1966 Audi Variant is newer by 2 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 246 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Audi Variant weights approximately 220 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, 1966 Audi Variant, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Variant | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
