2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 37 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 840 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |