1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1974 Renault 12 is newer by 11 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 264 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 12, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 250 LM | 12 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
