1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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 179 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 250 LM | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
