1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 512 TR | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5992 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
