1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2004 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2004 Holden Statesman 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 840 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman. 2004 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2004 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 250 LM | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2950 mm |
