1979 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 13 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 232 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 260 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, 1979 Audi 100, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 140 L |
