1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,709 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (595 HP) has 345 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
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 (471 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | Dino | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 5709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 595 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 339 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
