1965 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1965 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, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 250 GTO | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
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 | 950 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 90 L |