1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 15 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 980 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy. 1980 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 250 LM | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
