1986 Austin Montego vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1986 Austin Montego is newer by 21 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 232 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Austin Montego weights approximately 260 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, 1986 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Montego | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Montego | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 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 | 2400 mm |
