2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 9 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 (605 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F430 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 605 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
