1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1948 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 1100. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 1100.
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:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 1948 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 250 LM | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
