1994 Caterham Seven vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1994 Caterham Seven is newer by 30 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) has 152 more horse power than 1994 Caterham Seven. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1994 Caterham Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 Caterham Seven. 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Caterham Seven. (203 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Caterham Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Caterham Seven | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Caterham | Ferrari |
| Model | Seven | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3286 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
