1994 BMW 316 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 29 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 214 more horse power than 1994 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 316 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 316 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 140 L |