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 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (376 HP @ 7400 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. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 231 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 5000 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 | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5706 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 306 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 | 1626 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 89 L |
