1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,965 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 740 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 LM | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 71 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 | 850 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 119 L |
