1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 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 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 317 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 760 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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 GT | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 140 L |
