1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 365 GT | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
