1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 20 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 895 kg more than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lamborghini Diablo. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Bentley |
| Model | Diablo | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 91 L |
