2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 612. (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 612. 2005 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 612 | Diablo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 515 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 100 L |