1993 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lamborghini Diablo | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 968 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5705 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 92 L |
