1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lamborghini 400 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Lamborghini 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lamborghini 400 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | 400 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
