1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 176 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 LM | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
