1950 Ferrari 195 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 195. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 195 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 187 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 195. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 195. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ferrari 195 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1964 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 Ferrari 195 | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 195 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 140 L |
