1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 45 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 61 more horse power than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (256 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 728 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | 250 LM | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
