1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 29 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 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 GT | LM |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 74.9 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 | 1180 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 169 L |
