1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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 219 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 219 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 Seat Ibiza, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 250 LM | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 45 L |
