1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 264 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 250 LM | Passat |
Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |