2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 10 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (523 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 612 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
