2002 Audi S3 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 37 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 95 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2002 Audi S3 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, 2002 Audi S3 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | S3 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 140 L |
