1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1962 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW Isetta 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) has 304 more horse power than 1962 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 490 kg more than 1962 BMW Isetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1962 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 250 LM | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 1510 mm |
