1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 45 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) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina D3 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 2011 Alpina D3 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. 2011 Alpina D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
| Model | 250 LM | D3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
