1998 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 10 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 85 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 350 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe. 2008 Maserati Coupe 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. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | Diablo | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 581 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.8 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 27.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
