1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1969 Mini Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Mini Clubman, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mini |
| Model | 250 LM | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
