1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1995 Proton Persona
To start off, 1995 Proton Persona is newer by 30 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 3,286 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 243 more horse power than 1995 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1995 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Proton Persona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Proton Persona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1995 Proton Persona | |
Make | Ferrari | Proton |
Model | 250 LM | Persona |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2510 mm |