1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 445 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 208 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
