1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 11 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (376 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 313 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS. 2007 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. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Diablo | LS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 250 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 | 1632 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |
