1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1955 Fiat 1900
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 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1900 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 238 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 380 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 | 1955 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 LM | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
