1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lamborghini 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lamborghini 400 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | 400 | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 476 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 89 L |