1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lamborghini Diablo 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 (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 47 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS. 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Lexus IS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
Model | Diablo | IS |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |