1984 BMW M6 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 19 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (286 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1965 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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
