1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 10 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 209 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 275 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | 1609 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1980 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 140 L |