1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 9 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 950 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
Model | 250 LM | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |