1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2005 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 42 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (255 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1180 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. 2005 Honda Odyssey 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. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Ferrari 250 LM 2005 Honda Odyssey
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 250 LM Odyssey
Year Released 1963 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3286 cc 3473 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 317 HP 255 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 339 Nm
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 93 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 2030 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 79 L


 

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