1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 3,286 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 159 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 561 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 250 LM | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 51 L |
