1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2004 Lexus GX
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 40 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX 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 | 2004 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 250 LM | GX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
