1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG YB 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 272 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 210 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1953 MG YB | |
Make | Ferrari | MG |
Model | 250 LM | YB |
Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1250 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |