1990 Audi 100 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 100 | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 140 L |
