2009 Audi A4 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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 80 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A4 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
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 | 237 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 140 L |