1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 27 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 261 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 130 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, 1990 Mazda 323, 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 323. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 250 LM | 323 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |