1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 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 147 more horse power than 1997 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1997 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355. 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) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2001 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F355 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 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 | 1350 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
