1987 Audi 90 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1987 Audi 90 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1987 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 90 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |
