1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 2001 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 14 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (582 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Lamborghini Diablo (640 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Portofino | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 338 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
