1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 19 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 307 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 777 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Lamborghini | SSC |
| Model | Diablo | Aero |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
