1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 40 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 209 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 250 LM | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
