1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 203 more horse power than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 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:
| 1955 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 1900 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 140 L |
