1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 545 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 250 LM | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 338 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 100 L |
