1994 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 18 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 200 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 97 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
