1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 600 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
