1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1988 Ford Tempo is newer by 24 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 221 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Tempo weights approximately 255 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, 1988 Ford Tempo, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 LM | Tempo |
Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |