1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 35 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 164 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 660 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 2001 Mercury Sable, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Sable. (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Sable. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 250 LM | Sable |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 85 L |
