1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 292 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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.
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1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 365 GT4 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 330 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 | 1160 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |