1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 14 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Diablo |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1590 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 100 L |