1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
