1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 17 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 214 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 153 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1994 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Diablo | IS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 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 | 1447 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
