1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1967 MG MGC is newer by 4 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 3,286 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 169 more horse power than 1967 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1967 MG MGC.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1967 MG MGC | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 250 LM | MGC |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |