1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
