1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2007 Opel Signum

To start off, 2007 Opel Signum 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 142 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 820 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 Opel Signum, 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, 2007 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.

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1966 Ferrari 250 LM 2007 Opel Signum
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 250 LM Signum
Year Released 1966 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3286 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 60 L