1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lamborghini Diablo would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 34 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1998 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Diablo | GS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 230 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 | 1626 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
