1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 4 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Civic, 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) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 250 LM | Civic |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1672 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
