1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 88 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 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 | 1540 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
