1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 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 284 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Simca 8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
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 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Simca |
| Model | 250 LM | 8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
