1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 41 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 142 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 511 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, 2004 Nissan Altima, 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) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 250 LM | Altima |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |
