1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 159 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (326 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 205 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 (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Diablo | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
