1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 93 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 995 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Antara. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Antara. 2012 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 250 LM | Antara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |
