2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 41 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 896 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Venture | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 140 L |
