1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 297 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | Dino | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 334 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 Weight | 1329 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
