2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 7 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (524 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 612 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 524 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
