1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 39 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) has 209 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 LM | Viano |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 313 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |