1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 530 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 250 LM | Monaro |
Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |