1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 21 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 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (420 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1850 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.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 250 LM | LM |
Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 7257 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 110 L |