1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2011 Nissan Murano

To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 952 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, 2011 Nissan Murano, 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ferrari 250 LM 2011 Nissan Murano
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 250 LM Murano
Year Released 1966 2011
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3286 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1802 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4823 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1727 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2824 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 82 L