1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. (433 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 384 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Diablo | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
