1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1996 Mercury Villager is newer by 31 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 168 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 950 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, 1996 Mercury Villager, 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.
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1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | 250 LM | Villager |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2860 mm |