1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Espada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,938 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Espada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 685 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 GTO | Espada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
