2009 BMW 550 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 44 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1965 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3286 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |