1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 47 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 LM | Cayman |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2415 mm |