2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM

To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 767 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.

Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick LaCrosse. 2008 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2008 Buick LaCrosse 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
Make Buick Ferrari
Model LaCrosse 250 LM
Year Released 2008 1966
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3801 cc 3286 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 317 HP
Torque 312 Nm 313 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1617 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 140 L


 

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