1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 34 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 157 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 600 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, 1999 Peugeot 607, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | 250 LM | 607 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 66 L |