1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 452 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 GT | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1180 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
