1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 41 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 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo 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 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 GT | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
