1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1989 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 218 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lexus LS. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1996 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1989 Lexus LS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
Model | Diablo | LS |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 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 | 1600 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |