1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 27 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 190 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 33 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 140 L |