1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 101 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 512 BBi | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5707 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 492 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 100 L |
