1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2003 Fiat Siena

To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 38 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 248 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 250 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, 2003 Fiat Siena, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Ferrari 250 LM 2003 Fiat Siena
Make Ferrari Fiat
Model 250 LM Siena
Year Released 1965 2003
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3286 cc 1747 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 79.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 20.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
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 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2400 mm 2380 mm


 

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