1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 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 258 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 525 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 LM | Panda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 30 L |
