1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM

To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 740 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model 400 Superamerica 250 LM
Year Released 1960 1965
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3967 cc 3286 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 336 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 313 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 71 mm 58.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 119 L 140 L


 

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