1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 40 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 266 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Z weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 LM | Z |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 35 L |
