1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 400 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
