1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima is newer by 41 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (260 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 637 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, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima 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 | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 LM | Altima |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |