1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo

To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo weights approximately 40 kg more than 1958 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, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 GT 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
Make Ferrari Lamborghini
Model 250 GT Bravo
Year Released 1958 1974
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2953 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 64.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 120 L


 

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