1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 777 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 LM | Mustang |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 61 L |