1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 39 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. 2004 GMC Safari 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. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 250 LM | Safari |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 98 L |
