2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (320 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lamborghini 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1965 Lamborghini 400 has manual transmission. 1965 Lamborghini 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 612 | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 612 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
