1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Austin Allegro, 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Allegro | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 140 L |