1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 43 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 99 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (218 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 250 LM | A4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 63 L |