1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 327 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 328 GTS | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 27.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
