1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348. 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 (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2000 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 348 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 1465 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
