1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 271 kg more than 1977 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | Dino | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 325 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
