1984 Austin Montego vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 194 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1964 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 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Montego | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
