1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 216 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 LM | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 46 L |
