1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos
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 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 265 more horse power than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 310 kg more than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Ferrari | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 250 LM | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2110 mm |
