1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1948 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Studebaker Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1948 Studebaker Commander. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1948 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Studebaker Commander weights approximately 608 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1948 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Studebaker |
| Model | 250 LM | Commander |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
