2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (436 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
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 (580 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 456M. (540 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 456M | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
