1998 Dodge Viper vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Viper and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Viper. (450 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 568 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. (580 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
