1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 is newer by 20 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 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 TVR 390 weights approximately 257 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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 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 | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 250 LM | 390 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 77.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 61 L |