1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 308 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
