1965 Ferrari P5 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, both 1965 Ferrari P5 and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 21 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari P5. (296 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Ferrari P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari P5 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | P5 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
