1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Diablo | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
