2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 1965 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 43 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (320 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1965 Lamborghini 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 298 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Lamborghini 400. (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Lamborghini 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 599 | 1965 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 599 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 86 L |
