1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION 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 370 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 374 kg more than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Saturn |
| Model | Diablo | ION |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |
