1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1963 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 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Daytona | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 140 L |
