1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 326 kg more than 1963 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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | AMC | Ferrari |
Model | Gremlin | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |