1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 48 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 172 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.

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, 2012 Hyundai Elantra, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1964 Ferrari 250 LM 2012 Hyundai Elantra
Make Ferrari Hyundai
Model 250 LM Elantra
Year Released 1964 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3286 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4529 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1775 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1435 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 48 L