1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 37 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 187 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon weights approximately 382 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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon, 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) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 LM | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
