1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2004 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2004 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (844 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 230 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, 2004 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Lotec C 1000 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 | 2004 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotec |
| Model | 250 LM | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 844 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1150 mm |
