1950 BMW 340 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 BMW 340 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 264 more horse power than 1950 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1950 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 BMW 340 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 BMW 340 | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
