1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308. 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, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (617 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 308 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
