1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 151 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 225 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ferrari 250 LM 2007 Honda Accord
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 250 LM Accord
Year Released 1966 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3286 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 65 L


 

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