1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra 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 178 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 775 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 Opel Astra, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 LM | Astra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 52 L |
