1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 1996 Renault Fifties 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 258 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 250 LM | Fifties |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |