1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 45 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 173 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 566 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, 2009 Mazda 5, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 250 LM | 5 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |