1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco

To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (218 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 93 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.

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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Urraco.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 250 GT 1974 Lamborghini Urraco
Make Ferrari Lamborghini
Model 250 GT Urraco
Year Released 1959 1974
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2953 cc 2462 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1277 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2460 mm


 

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