1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 250 LM | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |