1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 26 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 230 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 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 175 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 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 | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 33 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 178 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 | 1025 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 140 L |