1996 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 12 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 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 241 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Diablo | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
