1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 47 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 169 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 500 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
Model | 250 LM | Bravo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 58 L |