1956 Abarth Renault vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1956 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Abarth Renault weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Abarth | Ferrari |
| Model | Renault | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 140 L |
