1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 31 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1500 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 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 GT | LM |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1200 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 169 L |
