1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 26 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 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1555 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.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM 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 | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 GT | LM |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
