1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 32 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 605 kg more than 1963 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 512 M | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3286 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1455 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |