1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 36 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 760 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 250 LM | Commodore |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |