1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Viper is newer by 26 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 740 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Viper | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Viper | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |