1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 626 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1997 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F50. (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 1997 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1997 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | F50 | Diablo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 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 | 1000 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 90 L |