1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 226 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911. 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Diablo | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5706 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 77 L |