1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 840 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO 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 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 250 LM | GTO |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |