1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 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 183 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 596 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 Peugeot 407, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 250 LM | 407 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 45 L |
