1964 Ferrari 275 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 275. (256 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 275 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 275 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 140 L |
