1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 18 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 980 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 512 BBi Turbo | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
