1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 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 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry, 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 250 LM | Camry |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
