1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 664 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 LM | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
