2008 Audi A4 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 42 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 95 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |
