1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 14 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 255 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 44 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfasud | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 140 L |
