1991 Audi 80 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 26 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 143 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80, 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 80 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
