1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 35 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 167 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 600 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, 1998 Rover 75, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 250 LM | 75 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 66 L |
