1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 250 LM | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 56 L |