1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 974 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 250 LM | Passat |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
