1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lamborghini Diablo 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 210 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 194 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS. 2006 Lexus GS 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. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Diablo | GS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 71 L |
