1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 106 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Portofino | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
